Ingredients

2 mint sprigs

1 sugar cube

1 ounce absinthe verte, such as Lucid

1 teaspoon crème de mûre (blackberry liqueur)

1 ounce cold water

Crushed ice

How to Make It

Step

In a chilled julep cup, muddle 1 of the mint sprigs, then discard. Muddle the sugar cube with the absinthe, crème de mûre and water in the cup and fill with crushed ice. Spin a swizzle stick or bar spoon between your hands to mix the drink. Top with more crushed ice and garnish with the remaining mint sprig.